Faculty, Physical Therapist Assistant

Austin Community College Alumni Network

Physical Therapist Assistant faculty teaching and mentoring students at Austin Community College, a public two-year institution. Delivering coursework, clinical preparation, and student assessment across campus and distance modalities.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,631 - $109,939 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Physical Therapy and effective teaching methodologies, with a strong commitment to student mentorship and curriculum development. Proficient in using learning management systems and technology to enhance instructional delivery and student engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Physical TherapyCurrent Unencumbered LicensureThree Years Of Clinical ExperienceProficiency In BlackboardContemporary Expertise In Neurological Diseases

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Hard Skills

Teaching MethodologiesCurriculum DevelopmentLearning Outcome AssessmentClinical ExperienceInstructional Technology

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management SystemOnline ResourcesClassroom Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Licensure In Physical Therapy

Industry Keywords

Physical Therapist AssistantNeurological DiseasesStudent MentorshipConfidentiality Of Student InformationCollege Policies And Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and teach Physical Therapist Assistant courses to a multicultural community college student population
Use varied, discipline-appropriate instructional strategies and innovative delivery methods
Participate in curriculum review, program review, learning-outcome assessment, and departmental governance
Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback
Mentor students in the Physical Therapist Assistant program
Remain current in the field through professional development
Support division and department goals through decision-making and unit-level planning
Serve on collegewide and departmental committees, councils, work groups, and task forces
Travel to community partners and clinical sites as needed
Maintain office hours and participate in official college functions and campus activities
Use the learning management system to develop course content and perform administrative duties
Perform other related tasks assigned by department leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant with current unencumbered licensure, certification, or registration OR associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant with current unencumbered licensure, certification, or registration and three years of non-teaching work experience
Minimum of three years of full-time or equivalent post-licensure clinical experience in physical therapy practice
Contemporary expertise in neurological diseases and conditions for patients of all ages
Proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and classroom technologies
Proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard
Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies
Current and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter
Experience using technology as an instructional aid
Ability to communicate effectively with students with varied skills and backgrounds
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain an established schedule, including evenings and weekends
Ability to work across possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester
Commitment to confidentiality of student information
Ability to meet attendance certification and final-grade submission deadlines
Must comply with college policies, procedures, and professional teaching standards
Must maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits effective the first of the month after the first 60 days of employment
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Retirement plans through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Optional Retirement Program (ORP) for faculty and administrators
Participation in collegewide and departmental professional development activities
Paid 12-month contract compensation